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Alta Vista

Alta Vista Terroir Selection Malbec

Name: Alta Vista Terroir Selection Malbec
Brand: Alta Vista
Price: 25.64 USD
Rating: 4.25 (0 reviews)

Argentina, Mendoza

Red wine

4.3

Expert Rating

4.1

Highly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

This Alta Vista Terroir Selection Malbec is a wine that best expresses the terroirs of Argentina. The estate is owned by the D'Aulan family, a prominent winemaking family with wineries in other locations such as Bordeaux and Budapest who decided to move to Argentina in 1998. The grapes are sourced from five distinct terroirs, each bringing a unique character to the wine. The vineyards are farmed in an environmentally sustainable manner to preserve the natural balance of the terroir. For 12 months, the wine is aged in new oak barrels. It is a legendary wine created with Bordeaux expertise and Argentine passion. Five distinct terroirs to explore at your leisure.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Alta Vista Terroir Selection Malbec is a deep and full-bodied red wine with a surprisingly smooth finish.Intense aromas of blackberry, dark chocolate, and roasted coffee are plentiful on the nose, while the palate reveals layers of juicy dark fruit, toasted oak, and hints of spice. The tannins are firm yet elegant, providing a pleasant structure that leads to a lingering finish. Enjoy this delicious Malbec with a variety of dishes, from red meat to savory pastas.

EXPERT RATING

4.3

DRINKING WINDOW

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2028

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Fragrant

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Full

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grainy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Shiraz/Syrah

ORIGINS

Winery: Alta Vista

Region: Mendoza

Mendoza is the largest wine-producing region in Argentina, located in the foothills of the Andes Mountains. It is known for its high-altitude vineyards, producing some of the country's most renowned wines. With a long history of winemaking, Mendoza is now one of the most important wine regions in South America. The territory of Mendoza can be divided into five large sub-regions, which give the varieties their particular characteristics: Valle de Uco GI, integrated by the departments of Tunuyán, Tupungato and San Carlos; Primera Zona, which includes the departments of Luján de Cuyo and Maipú; the Northern oasis (Lavalle and Las Heras), the East (San Martín, Rivadavia, Junín, Santa Rosa and La Paz) and the South (San Rafael, Malargüe and General Alvear), covering practically the entire provincial geography. Mendoza has been producing wine since the 16th century, when Spanish settlers first brought vines to the region. Since then, the region has become a major producer of both red and white wines, with a focus on Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Torrontés. In recent years, Mendoza has become a leader in sustainable winemaking, with many producers focusing on organic and biodynamic practices.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.1

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